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MMDA fines 105 in road clearing operation
by Ghio Ong - April 27, 2024 - 12:00am
One hundred five people were fined at least P1,000 each for leaving obstructions such as tables, chairs and vehicles as well as food carts and stalls during a road clearing operation yesterday in preparation for...
2 million tourist arrivals logged from January to March
by Ghio Ong - April 26, 2024 - 12:00am
More than two million tourists visited the country from January to March this year, according to the Department of Tourism.
Worker hurt by 4.2 tons of falling metal rods .
by Ghio Ong - April 25, 2024 - 12:00am
A construction worker was injured after 4.2 tons of metal rods fell from a crane at a construction site in Binondo, Manila yesterday morning.
MMDA blames ‘erratic weather’ for ‘underutilized’ EDSA bike lane
by Ghio Ong - April 25, 2024 - 12:00am
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority yesterday cited erratic weather conditions in Metro Manila in explaining the government’s plan to remove the “underutilized” bicycle lane along ED...
EDSA-Kamuning flyover to be closed for repairs
by Ghio Ong - April 23, 2024 - 12:00am
The EDSA-Kamuning flyover will be closed for repairs starting May 1, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced yesterday.
84 tarantulas seized at NAIA
by Ghio Ong - April 21, 2024 - 12:00am
Customs examiners confiscated a package containing young tarantulas at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport on April 16, the Bureau of Customs reported yesterday.
Use of Filipino sign language pushed
by Ghio Ong - April 21, 2024 - 12:00am
Despite the presence of a law, advocates in the deaf community believe more needs to be done to promote Filipino Sign Language.
Only 400 Chinese students in Cagayan – BI
by Ghio Ong - April 20, 2024 - 10:00am
There are only 400 Chinese students in Cagayan province, contrary to reports that 4,600 had enrolled in a local private school, possibly to serve as spies for the Chinese military.
Free MRT-3, LRT-2 rides for solo parents today
by Ghio Ong - April 20, 2024 - 12:00am
Single parents may ride trains of the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) and the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) for free today to observe National Solo Parents’ Day.
MMDA to remain strict on e-trike, light vehicle ban
by Ghio Ong - April 20, 2024 - 12:00am
Despite an order from President Marcos, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority would remain strict in banning light vehicles like e-bicycles, e-tricycles and tricycles from plying major roads in Metro Manila,...
Coast Guard to join Balikatan exercises with US
by Ghio Ong - April 19, 2024 - 12:00am
For the first time, the Philippine Coast Guard will join the Balikatan military exercises with the United States, with six of its vessels being readied for “humanitarian armed service” role in the 16-day...
Marcos orders grace period for e-trike penalties
by Ghio Ong - April 19, 2024 - 12:00am
President Marcos yesterday suspended for one month the imposition of penalties on e-bikes, e-trikes and other vehicles barred from traversing national roads, citing the need to give drivers more time to adjust to...
Crackdown on e-trikes continues
by Ghio Ong - April 18, 2024 - 12:00am
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority apprehended at least 87 drivers of light electric vehicles and tricycles yesterday, the first day of the stricter enforcement of a policy banning them from major roads...
MMDA: Chavit’s P200,000 incentive a ‘donation’
by Ghio Ong - April 16, 2024 - 12:00am
After being accosted by traffic enforcers and offering them a cash reward of P100,000, former Ilocos Sur governor Luis “Chavit” Singson yesterday fulfilled his promise and even doubled the incentive,...
Ban on e-bikes in Metro Manila roads begins
by Ghio Ong - April 16, 2024 - 12:00am
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority started yesterday the implementation of the ban on electric tricycles and e-bicycles from using major thoroughfares in the National Capital Region.
‘Philippines should also be known for Pinoy love’
by Ghio Ong - April 16, 2024 - 12:00am
Aside from tourist destinations and attractions, President Marcos said the Philippines should be known for the “love” shared by Filipinos with travelers.
PNP general denies knowing Edsa busway violator ‘niece’
by Ghio Ong - April 15, 2024 - 12:00am
A Philippine National Police (PNP) general yesterday denied that he is related to a motorist who claimed she was his “niece” after she was pulled over for illegally using the EDSA busway on April 11...
‘Sinkhole’ forms along Pasay road
by Ghio Ong - April 15, 2024 - 12:00am
A “sinkhole” was discovered along Sales Road in Pasay City, directly under the Skyway, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) reported yesterday.
Mayors, schools allowed to modify class hours
by Ghio Ong - April 14, 2024 - 8:30am
Local chief executives and local education supervisors have the authority to modify school hours due to the prevailing extreme heat, according to the Metro Manila Council.
8 inmates hurt in Manila City Jail brawl
by Ghio Ong - April 14, 2024 - 12:00am
Eight male inmates of the Manila City Jail were hurt after a brawl erupted yesterday afternoon.
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